TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE
6632 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie FL 34952 · 407-733-5860
Last inspected Sep 22, 2025 · 8 visits since October 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Spinach Kale Yogurt
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025001569 | Oct 25, 2024 | Apr 2, 2025 | $200 |
| 4--2021053566 | Sep 13, 2021 | Jan 6, 2022 | $160 |
| 4--2018055499 | Sep 4, 2018 | Dec 11, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Sep 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tomatoes cut 47f cold holding, Tomatoes cut 47f, Spinach 48f cold holding,Kale cut 48f cold holding,Cut lettuce 49f cold holding, Swiss cheese 46f cold holding, pepper jack cheese,Sliced turkey 45f cold holding, Chicken diced 46f cold holding, Feta cheese 46f cold holding, Rice 47f cold holding,Shredded specialty blend cheese 47f cold holding, Cheedar cheese 47f cold holding,Mozzarella cheese shredded 47f cold holding, Cooler was left open during prep time, ambient cooler is 40f cold holding, advised to keep door shut and make sure door shuts properly. Check temperatures every two hours to make sure products come to proper temperature. All foods must be 41f cold holding or below at all times.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tomatoes cut 47f cold holding, Tomatoes cut 47f, Spinach 48f cold holding,Kale cut 48f cold holding,Cut lettuce 49f cold holding, Swiss cheese 46f cold holding, pepper jack cheese,Sliced turkey 45f cold holding, Chicken diced 46f cold holding, Feta cheese 46f cold holding, Rice 47f cold holding,Shredded specialty blend cheese 47f cold holding, Cheedar cheese 47f cold holding,Mozzarella cheese shredded 47f cold holding, Cooler was left open during prep time, ambient cooler is 40f cold holding, advised to keep door shut and make sure door shuts properly. Check temperatures every two hours to make sure products come to proper temperature. All foods must be 41f cold holding or below at all times.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Oct 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on fruit cooler torn and falling off, cooler is not properly working ambient 53f cold holding, Do not store any potentially hazardous foods in cooler until it remains at 41f or below
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In walk in a cooler and freezer
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kale Cut 61f cold holding, spinach 54f cold holding, yogurt 54f cold holding,
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on fruit cooler torn and falling off, cooler is not properly working ambient 53f cold holding, Do not store any potentially hazardous foods in cooler until it remains at 41f or below
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In walk in a cooler and freezer
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Spinach Kale Yogurt
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kale Cut 61f cold holding, spinach 54f cold holding, yogurt 54f cold holding,
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as a dump sink
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on fruit cooler torn and falling off, cooler is not properly working ambient 53f cold holding, Do not store any potentially hazardous foods in cooler until it remains at 41f or below
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In walk in a cooler and freezer
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In fruit smoothie cooler
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by ovens
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.in restrooms printed and hung
Oct 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Manager had new books and transferred employee to original certificate
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.